The Future of Water in Cities

Post by Abrina Williams Sub-plenary 7 of the ICLEI World Congress 2015 looked at the future of water in cities, along with priorities and strategies for local water security. The panelists had considerable expertise at the international level and came from local governments, international organizations, and strategic networks. Water security is defined by UNESCO as 

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Mobile Workshop: Sipjaseong Energy Self-reliant Community

Post by Abrina Williams Today Mobile Workshop participants at the ICLEI World Congress visited the Sipjaseong energy self-reliant community in the Gangdo area of Seoul, South Korea. This neighborhood community generates approximately 50% of their own energy through the use of photovoltaic solar panels. The village was founded in 1974 by the Korean government for 

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